Cloud / Microservices Architect

Source Technology; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cloud/Microservices Architect to lead technical initiatives in a complex microservices environment. This role requires deep expertise in Java and cloud-native architecture, driving engineering excellence across teams. You'll architect and implement scalable, secure microservices, mentor team members, and ensure best practices in Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the organization's success. If you are passionate about building resilient and cost-effective solutions, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Java development experience with strong Spring/Spring Boot proficiency.
• 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Provide technical leadership and optimize microservices for performance.

Skills

Java Development

Spring/Spring Boot

Microservices Architecture

Kubernetes

Containerization

CI/CD Practices

Monitoring and Observability

Cloud-native Architecture

Tools

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Elastic Stack

Tekton

GitOps/ArgoCD

Artifactory

Sonarqube

Job description

For the first 3 weeks they do expect you to go onsite in Pleasant Prairie, WI and then will be 100% remote.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cloud / Microservices Architect to provide technical leadership for a complex microservices environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep Java development expertise with cloud-native architecture skills and the ability to drive engineering excellence across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Tomcat.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in a complex environment with approximately 250 microservices.
• Ensure implementation adheres to best practices for Kubernetes/OpenShift and Istio service mesh.
• Develop secure container images ("golden images") utilizing RedHat ACS or Jfrog X-ray.
• Optimize existing microservices for performance, security, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement CI/CD pipelines using Tekton, GitOps/ArgoCD.
• Mentor team members on cloud-native design patterns and best practices.
• Design and implement monitoring and logging solutions using Elastic.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience with Java development, with strong proficiency in Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
• 3+ years of experience with containerization and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Demonstrated expertise in microservices architecture design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes principles, ingress controllers, sidecars, Envoy, and load balancing.
• Experience with service mesh technologies, particularly Istio.
• Familiarity with modern CI/CD practices (Jenkins, Tekton, GitOps/ArgoCD).
• Experience with monitoring and observability solutions (Elastic Stack).
• Knowledge of artifact management and security scanning (Artifactory, Sonarqube).

Nice to Have

• Experience with Java 21 features and implementation.
• RedHat OpenShift certification or hands-on experience.
• Cloud provider certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with large-scale microservices environments (100+ services).
• Background in developing security standards for containerized applications.

What Sets You Apart

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Leadership mindset with proven ability to guide technical decisions across teams.
• Holistic thinking that balances technical excellence with business outcomes.
• Passion for building resilient, secure, and cost-effective solutions.
• Proactive problem-solving approach with attention to detail.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries

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